Memoir Writing

A day-long memoir writing workshop with author Nina Millns at West Dean's London campus, covering narrative voice, structure, setting and other key craft elements.

Award-winning author and scriptwriter Nina Millns leads this beginner-level day workshop exploring the key elements of memoir writing. Participants sift through timelines and real-life events to find material for compelling, authentic stories, covering inspiration, narrative voice, structure, observation, tone, setting, character, world-building and message. Teaching runs 10.30am–4.30pm with a morning and afternoon session separated by a one-hour lunch break (lunch not included); the tutor supplies most materials, including on-screen notes and written examples.